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Our company has recently had the need for import and export business. But the operation process by ourselves is too complicated, so we are considering finding an import and export agency. However, we are worried about its unreliability. For example, will it abscond with the funds, or will there be problems in customs declaration, logistics and other links? Have any friends who have found an import and export agency before? Please tell me whether it is reliable or not? How can I find a reliable agency?
Professional consultant answers
Andrew HuangYears of service：7Customer Rating：5.0
Supply chain optimization expertConsult
The import and export agency itself is reliable. However, there are numerous agencies in the market, and there do exist some non-standard situations. To judge whether it is reliable, first of all, look at the qualifications. A regular import and export agency company should have complete relevant business qualifications. Secondly, look at the experience. For example, companies like Zhongshitong that have been deeply involved in the industry for many years and have handled various types of import and export businesses have stronger abilities to deal with complex problems. Moreover, look at the reputation. You can learn about its credibility through peer recommendations, online evaluations, etc. In addition, the contract terms should be carefully reviewed to clarify the rights and obligations of both parties and avoid ambiguous expressions. If these can be achieved, the selected import and export agency is usually relatively reliable and can bring many conveniences to the enterprise's import and export business, such as saving time costs and professionally handling complex processes such as customs declaration and inspection.
Amanda YangYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Cost control consultantConsult
It is reliable. Many small and medium-sized enterprises look for import and export agencies. As long as you find an agency with a fixed office space and highly professional employees, there are usually no problems. It would be even better if you go for an on-site inspection, which can give you an intuitive understanding of the company's scale and operation situation.
James LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Foreign trade tax refund consultantConsult
I think finding a larger import and export agency will be more reliable. A large scale indicates a large business volume and surely rich experience. Those that have been established for a short time and have few staff may have less strength and relatively higher risks.
Elizabeth LiYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Compliance and risk managerConsult
Compare several import and export agencies and look at their quotations and service contents. Don't just choose the one with a low price for the sake of cheapness. It is very likely that the service cannot keep up. Good service is the key and can ensure the smooth progress of the import and export business.
Michelle ChenYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Business coordination consultantConsult
Whether it is reliable or not depends on whether there is a perfect after-sales service. Problems are inevitably encountered in the process of import and export business. With good after-sales service, problems can be solved in a timely manner and will not affect the progress of the business.
Joseph ZhouYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Senior foreign trade managerConsult
You can ask the import and export agency to provide past successful cases. From the cases, you can see the business fields they are good at and their problem-solving abilities, which is helpful for judging whether it is reliable or not.
David LiYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Senior customs declaration consultantConsult
Pay attention to the relationship between the agency and the suppliers. If the agency and the suppliers cooperate closely and are long-term stable, then they may have more advantages in terms of goods supply and price and are also more reliable.
Jennifer WangYears of service：4Customer Rating：5.0
Market development consultantConsult
Check whether the import and export agency has any bad records, such as whether it has been punished by relevant departments. If there are bad records, you should choose carefully.
Emily LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Settlement and payment expertConsult
Understand the logistics channel resources of the import and export agency. Rich logistics channels can ensure more flexible and efficient goods transportation, which is also a manifestation of reliability.
Robert ChenYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Customer service consultantConsult
See if the agency can provide comprehensive value-added services, such as trade financing. If it can provide these, it indicates that the company has strong strength and is relatively more reliable.